Marilyn Mandala Schlitz, Ph.D.

For three decades, scientist and anthropologist Marilyn Mandala Schlitz, Ph.D. has pioneered clinical and field-based research in the area of human consciousness, transformation and healing. She is a thought leader on matters of individual and social change whose respected voice offers new insights into the most pressing challenges of our time. A researcher, speaker, change consultant, and writer, Marilyn's books include: Living Deeply: The Art and Science of Transformation in Everyday Life and Consciousness and Healing: Integral Approaches to Mind Body Medicine. She serves as the CEO and President of the Institute of Noetic Sciences (IONS), where she has worked for 15 years. She is also Senior Scientist at the California Pacific Medical Center. Noetic Science is featured prominently in the new novel by Dan Brown, The Lost Symbol.